Start your day with quick Indian breakfast lettuce cups
What's the story
Indian breakfast lettuce cups, filled with peas and potatoes, is a healthy, light breakfast that kick-starts your day on a positive note.
They combine the refreshing crunch of lettuce with the comforting warmth of Indian spices.
Perfect for busy mornings, this dish is not only healthy but also quick to prepare, making it an ideal choice for starting the day on the right note.
Ingredients
Ingredients you'll need
The ingredients you need for this recipe are: one head of iceberg lettuce, two large potatoes, one cup of peas (fresh or frozen), one teaspoon each of cumin seeds, mustard seeds, turmeric powder, and garam masala.
Plus, of course, salt to taste and two tablespoons of oil for cooking.
All these ingredients are super affordable and can be found at most grocery stores.
Cooking
Preparing the filling
Start by boiling the potatoes until they are soft.
In a pan, heat oil over medium heat and add mustard seeds and cumin seeds until they start to pop.
Then add boiled potatoes (mashed), peas, turmeric powder, garam masala, and salt. Cook for five to seven minutes until the mixture is well combined.
You can make this filling ahead of time to save time on busy mornings.
Assembly
Assembling the lettuce cups
Gently remove leaves from the head of lettuce to serve as cups.
Make sure each leaf is whole and unbroken to properly contain the filling.
Ladle a hearty portion of the pea and potato mixture into each lettuce leaf.
The crunch of cool lettuce contrasted with the warmth of spiced filling creates a refreshing wake-up call for your taste buds.
Serving
Serving suggestions
Serve these breakfast lettuce cups as they are or with a side of mint or tamarind chutney for added depth and flavor.
For those who enjoy a bit of heat, a sprinkle of finely chopped green chilies on top just before serving adds a spicy kick.
This not only elevates the flavor but also adds a pop of color, making the dish both visually appealing and delicious.
Tips
Quick tips
To make your mornings extra breezy, you can prep the pea and potato filling the night before. Just keep it in an airtight container in the fridge overnight.
Then, when it's time to eat, just warm it up in the microwave or on the stove before building your lettuce cups. Easy peasy!